1967 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1981 Renault 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Quattroporte | 1981 Renault 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | Quattroporte | 4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |